Mumps spreads around country

As Auckland battles a mumps epidemic, a case has now been reported at the top of the South Island.

December 29, 2017

By: James Michie

Mumps is turning into a national epidemic. (Photo / NZ Herald)

As Auckland battles a mumps epidemic, a case has now been reported at the top of the South Island.

More than one thousand people have caught mumps in the Super City this year, with the number of cases almost doubling since the start of October.

Now a person who stayed in Marlborough between December 25th and 27th, is suspected to have the disease.

People who stayed at the Blue Moon Lodge and Inlet Backpackers over those dates are being urged to see a doctor if they develop symptoms – including fever, headaches, muscle aches, tiredness and a loss of appetite.

Medical Officer of Health Dr Simon Baker says people should contact their GP to make sure they have been fully immunised.